The wealth creator and family business: a perspective article
Abstract
. Approach: This perspective paper adopts a comprehensive approach to examine the multifaceted role
of the wealth creator in the context of family businesses. It reviews the last decades of research that
resulted in the identification of this role within family business and proposes future research avenues to
further address their characterization and importance.
Purpose: The principal objective of this study is to identify and recommend auspicious research
directions within the field of family business research, with a specific focus on the wealth creator. In
conjunction with these research trajectories, the paper also aims to elucidate the potential implications
of cultivating these lines of inquiry on the existing family business literature.
Findings:Investigating the wealth creator's attributes can provide insights into their role, the importance
of timely identification, and its preparatory elements. Furthermore, this exploration can shed light on
the dynamics of inter-family relationships within family businesses and enrich the literature on power
transition and continuity in family enterprises. Additionally, the maturation of the wealth creator concept
may significantly impact the management of wealth portfolios, facilitating smoother wealth transfer,
strategic portfolio management, and the preservation of multi-generational wealth.
Value: This research offers a diverse understanding of the role of the wealth creator in family
businesses. The findings also enhance our comprehension of family business dynamics, enriching the
literature on succession. Lastly, the offered research avenues contribute to addressing the challenges of
sustaining family wealth and ensuring the continuity of family businesses across generations
The wealth creator and family business: a perspective article
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Artículos en revistasISSN
2043-6238Palabras Clave
.Wealth creator, family unit, succession planning, family wealth, family legacy